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A HANDS-ON DOCKING WORKSHOP

EXPERT-LED TRAINING AT #NIBS2026: A HANDS-ON 3-HOUR WORKSHOP FOR BOATERS OF ALL LEVELS

Sharpen your skills with a hands-on docking workshop presented by the Annapolis School of Seamanship (ASOS). Designed for both sail and power boaters, this small-group session delivers practical, real-world instruction you can use immediately.

$99 - includes Thursday admission to the boat show.

⚠️25 seats only - advance purchase strongly recommended.

ASOS

Stress-Free Docking & Close-Quarters Maneuvering

Date & Time: Thursday, September 17 | 12:30-3:30PM
Location: Room A

Does docking make your palms sweat? Captain Matt breaks down the ropes, tricks, and techniques that make docking calmer, safer, and more predictable—whether you’re handling wind, current, or tight slips.

Topics include:

  • Situational awareness
  • Forces (wind, current, prop walk)
  • Line handling
  • Crew communication
  • Close-quarters maneuvering

Presented by: Captain Matt Benhoff, Annapolis School of Seamanship

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Ticket Details

  • Price: $99
  • Includes: One-day admission to the boat show (Thursday only)
  • Capacity: 25 seats only
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